Job Description
Commercial Agreement Manager - Contract role
Day Rate: £400 per day (Inside IR35)Contract Length: Until 31 August 2026Location: UK - Any Office LocationOffice Attendance: Minimum 26 days per quarter (approx. 2 days per week) in office locations or attending off-site meetings with suppliers, customers, partners, and industry events. This is pro-rated for part time workers.Clearance Required: BPSS
We are seeking an experienced Commercial Agreement Manager to support the delivery and management of commercial agreements within a large public sector environment. This role focuses on driving value, improving service quality, and ensuring the successful management of supplier agreements throughout their life cycle.
The successful candidate will work closely with customers, suppliers, and internal teams to maximise the value delivered through commercial agreements, support procurement activities, and ensure effective supplier performance management.
Key Responsibilities
Commercial Agreement Management
* Manage commercial agreements through their full life cycle, from launch through to expiry or replacement.
* Support the successful delivery of procurement and sourcing projects to agreed quality and timelines.
* Assist in the preparation of documentation for new or renewed agreements, including specifications, award criteria, and pricing models.
Customer Engagement
* Understand customer business needs and identify how commercial agreements can support their objectives.
* Develop clear and compelling value propositions to encourage adoption and increased use of commercial agreements.
* Implement engagement plans to retain and grow customer spend through established agreements.
Supplier Management
* Manage supplier relationships and support the development of supplier growth plans.
* Conduct supplier performance reviews, ensuring compliance with contract terms, KPIs, and service expectations.
* Monitor sales performance, cost reduction opportunities, and risk management activities.
Commercial Performance
* Work with suppliers, customers, and internal teams to identify and deliver measurable commercial benefits and cost savings.
* Maintain performance logs, management information, and risk registers.
Stakeholder Collaboration
* Prepare for and participate in supplier and customer meetings.
* Respond to day-to-day supplier and customer enquiries.
* Build strong relationships with internal colleagues and external partners to support agreement performance.
Skills & Experience Required
* Experience managing commercial agreements, contracts, or frameworks within a procurement or commercial environment.
* Strong supplier and stakeholder management skills.
* Experience supporting procurement or sourcing activities.
* Ability to identify and deliver commercial benefits and cost savings.
* Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
* Excellent communication and relationship management abilities.
Additional Information
* Candidates must be able to obtain BPSS clearance.
* This role operates inside IR35.
* Office attendance requirements may be subject to change.
If you have strong commercial, procurement, or supplier management experience and are looking for a long-term contract opportunity, we would welcome your application.